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GJA 793V

1979 Yamaha SR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,780 mi
Last recorded45,780 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 1979 Yamaha SR50026,887 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJA 793V
MakeYamaha
ModelSR500
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 May 2020 45,780 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 45,739 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 45,587 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 45,193 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 44,695 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 44,546 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 43,956 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 43,956 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 43,233 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 42,976 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha SR500?

Based on 2,796 MOT tests across 502 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Horn not working 16
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GJA 793V is a 1979 Yamaha SR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha SR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,887 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha SR500 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJA 793V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SR500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha SR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJA 793V registered?

GJA 793V is a 1979 Yamaha SR500, first registered on 9 October 1979.

Is GJA 793V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJA 793V shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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